Live event market revenue worldwide 2017-2024, by category
The global live event market experienced a challenging two years due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, revenues were expected to return to pre-pandemic levels across all live entertainment categories in 2022. Statista estimates that revenue from ticket sales of music events (including concerts, festivals, musicals, and opera) was forecast to reach over 31 billion U.S. dollars worldwide. Sports events were predicted to generate slightly higher revenues at 34 billion U.S. dollars.